Palliative Treatment of Cancer - Related Resources

Cochrane reviews

Brachytherapy, lasertherapy or photodynamic therapy and varying pharmacological agents including morphine and codeine might possibly be effective for palliation of cough in lung cancer, though evidence is insufficient Interventions for Cough in Cancer.
Acupuncture might possibly be effective in controlling cancer-related pain in adults, but the evidence is insufficient for conclusions Acupuncture for Cancer Pain in Adults
There may be some advantages of home care compared to hospital care in patients with incurable cancer, but the results are not consistent in all trials. There is not enough evidence to recommend certain models of palliative care Home-Based End-of-Life Care.
The provision of recordings or summaries of key consultations appears to benefit most adults with cancer Recordings or Summaries of Consultations for People with Cancer.
There is insufficient evidence on the use of medically assisted hydration in palliative care patients Medically Assisted Hydration for Adults Receiving Palliative Care.

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